A Tour of Zoffinger's Place

[@kayakengineer]

Hi Marty, I Love you Man! Not in a romantic kind of way but in a "I want to drink a bud light with you kind of way". I was in the Tampa area in November for my daughter's band competition and the first thing I thought when I crossed the Skyline Bridge was "I wish I had time to visit Zoffinger's". That's the impact that your love for kayak fishing has had on me. I was hooked for life ever since I saw that "Kayak Setup" video 7-8 years ago that you filmed in your old living room. I think I will cry the day I visit you and see the Little Red Kayak in person. Happy times. Place looks awesome. I'm so happy for you. Bud Light Rules!!!

[@Thunderrry]

Cool, I play in band too. I play the trumpet what does your daughter play?

[@scarless4902]

huckleberry finn's channel same I play the trumpet too

[@dpaw60]

New subscriber here. You, sir, are a blessed man. Good for you. Really enjoy your channel. Maybe one day my bride and I will drop in to say hi to you and the pups. We like dogs more than people so will make friends with them quickly. Thanks for sharing a bit of your life.

[@dpaw60]

Oh yeah. I discovered your channel because I'm looking to buy a Bass Raider and somehow/someway, I drifted my way over to watch you solve the scupper problem. I'm a smart guy but a touch envious of the McGyver sweet skills. Valuable skills.

[@FirstStateFishing]

I'm heading to Florida tomorrow for a few weeks , might have to swing by!

[@torresfishingFL]

You have to ask him if he could show you how to catch a snook and a red drum

[@KFsteelers]

FirstStateFishing nice to see another Delaware fisherman. You should come kayak out of lewes and catch some flounder.

[@mnorman7635]

He ain’t gonna respond. Never answered my texted.

[@mnorman7635]

Texts^^

[@jackoreilly1]

Marty I gotta hand it to you. You have gone from making short kayak fishing videos to creating an entire aqua fishing boat kayak sun and salt life empire for yourself and for others to enjoy! Truely impressive and it couldn't have happened to a better guy! Here's to many many years of continued success! Keep doing what you and do and keep those lines tight!

[@huntn4geese]

What a humble guy Marty! The place looks bigger than I thought. Congrats on the progress. Love your videos -keeps me sane on my work lunch break! I also tune in to 30MO and can appreciate their vegetables and chickens!

[@tylerpotter8899]

I remember back when you were working construction and in the old house, makes me so happy to see this and how successful you have been. Ill be sure to stop by sometime

[@davidlyons8278]

I am really Proud of you Marty! You turned your passion into a living life style.... which i can see you love it so much..... Congratulations...... from the bottom of my Heart.... David Lyons

[@rhino5419]

Nice place Marty. I wish you Happy and a profitable ( at least, enough for you to live the way you want to) new year. Good health and stay safe.

[@spotlightinspect5540]

Love it!

[@Radnally]

Lived on a 38' sailboat for 5 years. I loved it!! Nice set up.

[@paulandresen8671]

I think your live aboard / warehouse digs are awesome. I helped my dad build a Catamaran in Ft Myers , we sacrificed a lot with living conditions in order to have a decent spot to build on the back bay. This really brings back memories of my time with him in Florida. Thanks Marty for sharing !

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Wonderful. What a magnificent setup.

[@OFFFishing]

Been watching for like 7 years. Cool to see how far your channel has come👍👍

[@dezdawg7126]

You should be very proud of your accomplishments. I hope to get to visit sometime.

[@FrankLadd]

The details are great. The boat has really come along and so has the office and shop! Thanks for sharing!

[@loadedoperator7]

I have been watching you for years Marty, when you started out tricking out your first kayak adding pontoons to it and the cooler on the front, you have come a long way bro, I have always wanted to come and visit you and go fishing with you one day, as for now I have a 5 year old and a 2 year old and am a full time Dad, I never get to go fishing but I still have my kayak hanging in the carport along with my rods and tackle, I want my kids to love fishing and the outdoors, thus why I left LA. Moved to the north west to a rural 3 acres on top of a hill with some of the nicest few neighbors, hopefully one day I can get a chance to visit and catch some fish with you, cheers and keep up the good work, you are living a dream, congratulations on you achievements...

[@stanleychin8741]

Had the pleasure of visiting 3 times over the winter months. What an awesome place to hang out. My cousin who lives in Florida introduced this northerner(Canadian) to your place. Fishing was great, we were never skunked! Marty you made us feel welcome and we never felt like it was a business, just a cool place to hang out, catch fish, soak up nature and swap stories. I also have a Pelican 120 and looking forward to doing some modifications

[@dannybonessi]

You've come along way from just talking about the dream a few years ago to actually making it happen. Congratulations it looks great!!! I can't wait to get up there and do some fishing.

[@theted1601]

Bro - been watching you for a long time and I'm glad you are getting a chance to live your dream. Seeing the "poor man's kayak" at 12:27 was very nostalgic. Watching you build that thing out was the motivator for me to get my first kayak. Take care.

[@doreen0]

Thank you for the grand tour, I totally enjoyed it, I think you have a totally awesome place. This is my first time on your channel and for sure I had subscribe thumbs up absolutely. Total pleasure meeting you and your two dogs, Mike and Doug 🙋🏼 !🇨🇦 Hope you all have a pleasant evening and thanks again for sharing Marty Zoffinger's 👍🏼👍🏼🙂

[@tomjones1967]

Love the set up! Very squared away & professional; definitely his passion is evident.

[@DaviGordon]

Watching you from Brazil, I'll definitely visit you and fish around your beautiful back "yard", one day! Love your humble way of living, Marty! Peace!

[@michaelsullysullivan1354]

This is the American Dream Marty!! Well done sir. I have been watching you for years now. You have been helpful in my kayaking adventures. Hope to see you soon.

[@motorv8N]

Fabulous outfit Marty - love the ambiance. Any place you can look out the window at your house tied up to a dock is a great place!

[@guidocavalli]

I move out from Florida in November to denver and never got the opportunity to go visit your place. And now I just want to go back to visit it Marty. You have achieve an excellent work. Keep working Marty

[@joffbar]

Your puppy dogs are beatuiful. They seem to like the boat life they live. I think you have done a bang up job on you place. Everything looks in it's place, very neat. Hope you continue to prosper to whatever trips your trigger. You are a crazy man, keep it up.

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

Absolutely wonderful buddy!!! This is what life should be all about. Comfort and happiness, doing the things we love. I'm very happy for you, and I live in Bradenton so I hope to swing by and say hey in the future. GOD bless ya sir and keep up the fantastic work!!!

[@timothytaylor8870]

Great! Nice place! Now take some time to fish! I love those calm early morning adventures when your passion for life, nature, the water and fishing show through!

[@jean-yveslefebvre6446]

I remember the day that you show us for the first time your boat he is like your business he evolve and still have some room to improve. Marty Keep up the good work! that is the way to LIVE...

[@steveforsythe9264]

Beautiful Marty, so happy you are happy not many get to say that. A couple years ago I purchased my first kayak and it was a Pelican Catch 120...love it. I did alot of research at that time to learn what would work for me and I have to say your videos really helped me make my decision on a Pelican. This year I am going to purchase the Catch 100 for the wife, and if and when I get to Florida I want to stop by and say hello, cheers!

[@MrSteve280]

Nice update. It's always good to see the behind-the-scenes of your business.

[@billyevichjr172]

Thank you for sharing. You look and sound happy even with how busy you stay doing all this.

[@kevinpeppel4331]

You've chosen a path that is well suited to you Marty. Any time you can go to work and it doesn't feel like you had to go to work is wonderful feeling that most of us unfortunately never get to experience. You certainly have worked very hard to get to where you are today. Enjoy the fruits of your labor. You are always seeking ways to improve your place, and never afraid to tackle any DIY project. I commend you for all your hard work!

[@brandonbradley3680]

Glad to see you having success Marty. Wishing you the best from the other side of the bay! Hard to believe how far this has come, some of your earlier videos were what really inspired myself and a lot of others to get out there and fish from a kayak. It's easy to see that none of this has changed you though, looking forward to visiting some day!

[@chronicawareness9986]

8:50 that dock box must have taken allot of work and time to complete...what a inspiration.. you remind me of the main characters of some books from the 1800s to early 1900s of sailors and explorers. If you wrote a book it would be fastinating and it would be a real treasure for this era

[@jimbojet8728]

So warm there, in January! Good weather is everything it permits the simple life. A good vid. I enjoyed it thanks.

[@MikeTOrangeCounty]

Man I will definitely plan a trip to Florida with my family to visit your place and rent some kayaks and do some fishing of course! You are a very humble man and you inspire to always be fishing. I can’t wait for the catch 130 and hopefully they come out with a tandem affordable version! Best of luck to you!

[@rancidscooter]

When are you taking the boat out for a trip. I loved those videos.

[@deanfulford69]

I think he's kind of scared to get out of sight of the land to tell you the truth😨

[@TheVirginiaStew]

Awesome..Its amazing from where we all started with you back in the old house...what a journey. Thank you for taking us along.

[@1armedguy4]

Mr. Zoffinger you've got the type of job I've been searching for all my life lol. It's what happens when you have a dream and work hard to make it happen. That's a awesome setup you got there and all the best in growing your business and you personally in 2019 and onward. Halifax Nova Scotia

[@christiancraig4316]

1armedguy sorry to hear about what happened in Nova Scotia stay strong Canadian brother

[@Hutch_moto]

Place is awesome, and looks like a real peaceful feel to it. I live in North Carolina but hope to get down to see ya and get on the water someday, be watching since way back

[@briand.1694]

That's truly an amazing spot you have there. I couldn't imagine anything like that in south east Florida (Palm Beach/Broward/Miami-Dade) not costing many millions or already having houses or condos built along the waterfront. Makes me want to move to that area of FL. Your a lucky guy.

[@brianthomas9898]

We've been full-time RV'ing for over 4 years now and mannnnnnnn are jealous of your view! I hadn't thought about boating but have been following your channel for a few years, we're inspired. I think a house boat is in our future, being a family of 5 (kids are all little though) we're a ways off from an awesome Tiki boat like Marty's. Very cool setup there Sir!

[@douglasmcmanamy5988]

Hi Marty, I really enjoy watching your videos. I am moving to Florida in about a month in Bonita Springs. Iam moving my boat down there too. I hope to swing bye and sit down with you and hang out. Take care. Thank for all your videos. Doug

[@alfriedar]

Talk about gratitude in action - Marty and his entire life -totally awesome low-key peaceful full of happiness and love and two great dogs what else can any one ask for

[@FC-cz6zd]

You are a blessed man. Gotta find the time to get over from Titusville for a visit.

[@disco0752]

Fascinating! I really enjoyed the tour and thanks for sharing. Sounds very mellow and free spirited and a functioning business. Great success to you!

[@jumpinjohnnygee9564]

Marty, we really lucked out with a beautiful day early last month when my dad and I took the tandem for a paddle. I have to thank you for helping me give dad a wonderful experience. He enjoyed the peaceful float through the mangroves and even landed a gnarly garfish (I know, we should've kept him). He especially was happy to sit and chat with you afterwards. You're a good listener in addition to a magnificent craftsman. Take care, I plan to visit again soon.

[@deadcrow6888]

This man is as humble as it gets, what an inspiration.

[@ChadHooverFishing]

Another cool video brother. We definitely need to share some water this year!

[@tjhess2]

No Marty, thank you! Thank you for bringing us into your peaceful and ingenious world! The shop and operations looks great and I can't wait to make it down there to visit you and paddle your waters someday! I've been watching your videos since back when times were tough for you, and now here you are, actually living your dream! I'm super happy for you! Also, I just ordered one of your shirts. I can't wait to wear it and advertise for you!

[@tkcaapi2876]

happy new year from Australia mate. really enjoy seeing your lifestyle🎣😎👍 i loved when you said go gettem 🐶🐶 your dogs flew outthat door lol.

[@johnfrancis7150]

Hi Marty I enjoyed your video it brought back memories of my visit with you I am looking forward to renting a kayak and doing some fishing that is a great idea with the photos showing the different channels I wish you all the best thanks for being a great down to earth guy

[@vincentmarra1502]

So awesome very happy to see it all come together for you. Your a very humble person you deserve nothing but success. Hope to get down there and pay a visit. Your videos are awesome thanks for sharing

[@lynncm3188]

You are awesomely creative and have so much ingenuity I’m amazed and what you have accomplished.

[@rmbooker1]

Hopefully, someday I will come to see you. Never got bored watching any of your videos and continue to enjoy. The place looks great and the surrounding fishery looks inviting. Tight lines Marty and keep living the vision.

[@swampdonkeyt.v.3814]

We may be rolling down to FL this summer. If we do, your place is certainly on the list. I saved up for over a year to buy a pair of 130’s. Got them and my so. And I were set to start out you tube adventure artifact hunting by kayak. Second test trip was a long three day weekend, we were set up on a creek, tent was up and we were learning the ropes so to speak. We were about a mile downstream from the truck. 3am on the first night and Mother Nature decided to grace us with her presence. My only concern was to get my son out, which I did but we lost everything in the storm. Completely wiped out. I had Che led the weather that afternoon and things looked good, where we are from that can change in minutes and just so happened it did so while we slept. Lost both yaks, camera gear, camping gear and by the grace of God we made it to the truck around 4. We loved our kayaks but gotta tell ya, that storm had zero mercy on us. Found out the next day that we had twisters all around us that came out of no where. One day maybe we will get back on the water. My son was so heartbroken. Lesson learned. Love your videos, we both watch them together. Thanks for the great content!

[@mikeortiz2733]

Luv the new location looks great i will be living in ocala in the next couple of months looking forward to meeting you.

[@superfantastic613]

Been watching your videos for a few years now and I want to say thanks for inspiring me to get out and fish. I recently purchased my first poor mans kayak (pelican exalt 10') and I'm excited to get it all modded and out on the water!

[@reel_hookin2689]

hey Marty your are an awesome person. I've been a follower for a very long time and you definitely have been a complete inspiration. you got me started in kayak fishing and making my own videos. I have seen you since you moved out of your house and onto your boat, while having to fix it up. I had a good time watching your maiden voyage when you steering was backwards lol. Thanks a lot and keep up the good work. thanks a lot again for the inspiration, Jay from Reel Hookin'

[@allendecker1160]

Stumbled onto the channel today looking at fishing videos before our Cedar Key trip next week and discovered I'm only about 30 minutes away from the shop. How crazy. The wife and I need to check it out and take some kayaks out.

[@igotfiveonit7379]

I am heading to Tampa this summer sometime, maybe in the fall....and I will make it a point to come visit you. Awesome channel, awesome stuff, you seem real down to earth and low key. Love what you do, keep it up!!!

[@mjmorro7757]

Thanks for the tour :) I remember when you first started off with that red kayack :)

[@chasehowerton8662]

I aspire to live the life you have. It seems like you really have a passion for everything you do and put so much thought and care into every project and enjoy it no matter how frustrating it must be lol

[@opichocal]

Best part is your dogs get to go to work with you everyday. I'm in landscaping. Mine get to work with me in the winter but the summers are way to hot.

[@chrisriker5422]

5 gallon buckets for growin veggies. Lots of room for the roots. Speaking of roots they are great for potatoes. Get plain white ones and you can paint them in you're style. Just bought the wife and I our first kayaks this year and can't wait to get on the water. You're videos are inspirational. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@ChineseSecretAgent]

Living the dream, I am happy for you. I just came across your channel looking at Bass Raider videos. It’s a great setup you have there. I can tell you love what you do.

[@Rick1dat]

Thanks for the tour opening your home for all of us, seeing what you do for work. You come a ways with all that, it's very nice Marty. For filling is an important part of life most have no idea. Glad for you. Take care Hope you have a Good Year.

[@jamesfarnham1976]

That was fun, great to see you're making ends meet. Happy New Year and thanks for my shot of "Bob Ross" for the week. Lol

[@douglashammon1]

Cool place, next time I'm in the Ruskin area, I will check you out. Good luck with everything.

[@jamiecalhoun5408]

I can't wait to come and rent, visit, and fish! 2019 is the year. Great job on all the updates and sharing your passion with us.

[@sailingelectricgitana1286]

Jan/Feb of 2023 for me...

[@kwcraft1]

Been following you since you got in to the new space. My wife and I are opening a Kayak/Tubing outfitter here and watching how you deal with small space has been a big help. If we ever make it to Ruskin we will stop in.

[@ArthurAnnis]

We were down that way Christmas Eve, I wish I would have stopped by there, but I couldn't resist a chance to paddle the Gulf. Next time I will stop by.

[@saywhat...]

Awesome Marty...Will tip a beer with you if I'm ever in your neighborhood..all great ideas you've come up with

[@Shakingstevesallotment]

You have come a long way in a short time since I started watching you and that poor man's kayak, well done it looks great, total life change by the look of it

[@jerryehrlichoutdoors1277]

I am very impressed with what you have done! I have been watching since the little red kayak, you inspired me to get my first kayak. I now have two and my own channel, thank you!

[@dannywhitlock8309]

Hi, Marty 👍🏻👍🏻 Wow you have really been busy with your business, making incredible designs and products for your customers so they can enjoy a day out on the water for fishing or just paddling around in a kayak enjoying the outdoors. I’m glad to see you posting a video I miss seeing your adventures and seeing your two beautiful dogs 👍🏻also if you talk with Michael he has not posted a video in a good while I hope all is well. Thanks for sharing, enjoy and have a Great weekend !!! Danny

[@GrizzlyGopherTV]

Congrats! You're living the dream. Glad to see your hard work is paying off. Best of luck to you!

[@srok62]

Place looks AMAZING Marty, I'll definitely stop by next time I'm up that way.

[@FBONL]

Thanks, I enjoyed your tour and your videos. Keep them rolling!

[@kenbreese4945]

Thanks for your inventive life and sensible commentary!

[@baddazzgarage2953]

Mate you actually live like humanity should live! Not saying its wrong to have a nice home job ect but your way of living is just genuine! Your working to live not living to work! Your happy with what you need and not chasing what you want! You are also thankful for the little you do have material wise! In reality you have everything(HAPPINESS) and your genuine heart has given you that!! I support you with much honor! Glenn from Australia!! Oh and thankyou!!💜

[@GoodOlBoy1976]

I love that you get to live on the water and wish some day I will be able to do the same. Fishing is my favorite thing to do and cant wait till I own my first boat or yak. I hope this year is the best for you and the dogs. I hope to someday I will get to meet you in person. Have a great year and god bless.

[@westkyboy9760]

Way to go Marty! Place looks great I hope to visit and do a bit of fishing this year!

[@barryschweikart6322]

I sure wish I could come have a beer with you and enjoy that view! And see the puppies. Wow what I would do for that lifestyle. Very jealous and envious . Great job Marty. Love your videos.

[@richardt1233]

Yay Marty! As usual all looks great. You seem happy and healthy. As you know you are my hero! Keep on keepin' on!

[@dabprod4962]

Excellent video. Great place, lots of room to grow too. I wish you much success and happiness.

[@greyscout01]

Nice tour. I live in the area now. Going to have to come by.

[@charlesroberts5300]

Looks great Marty, you have done a wonderful job. Best of luck in the new year.

[@sumthangelse89]

You are the man! living the fisherman dream and being so calm about it proof that hard work pays off

[@nelsonmartin4017]

Great video.. What a great way to wake up every morning....

[@danwhiteman2529]

Marty, much Success with your Biz! Great looking place, I like your launch area.

[@Saltloony]

That was an awesome tour. Keep those videos coming.

[@paulperez7531]

Your place is coming along great! I hope that my wife and I will make a trip to your place soon.

[@rpinnon]

Congrads on your business, have watched your story for a long time. I have started many businesses and know the trials but also the thrill of a successful business.

[@dianamiles-hannah1286]

Your place looks great, Marty! Congrats. We hope to visit soon from Pittsburgh since my family has relocated to Lutz and Odessa. Cheers!!

[@justaddmusclecom]

What an awesome and inspirational video. Now I just need to convince the wife that living on a boat will be better than on land. :)

[@jairusaudwin2605]

Good luck with that.

[@fishfreak2001]

Awesome video Marty. Pretty cool place you got, especially since you can catch tarpon right next your house! Can't wait to come up during the summer!

[@Jaretus1]

Congrats Marty. Your living your dream. Nice place. Hope to visit someday.

[@carterscustomrods]

Being 6'8" 330lbs I'm envious of people that can live, or even stand up, in boat cabins. For me my experiences on boats are often entailing people using the words "can you sit somewhere more centered in the boat". -___-

[@torresfishingFL]

Poor dude😂😂😂 im usually the lightest on the boat

[@jaredbradley4095]

6'8" 285 here.. it's not you it's their boat, just tell them to get a skeeter it will not move!

[@carterscustomrods]

@@jaredbradley4095 lol... Buddy had a 24' yellowfin and I could walk the gunnel with ease... But for the price of that boat... It better massage my feet at the same time.

[@carterscustomrods]

@Under Surveillance I never tell a Captain what to do on their boat. And you NEVER touch their trolling motor! Lol. If they are an awesome captain then I come back again and again and send a ton of biz their way. If theyre a cunt then its their loss.

[@johnpuckett899]

Nice place man you got it looking good I hope I get to come down and see you this year good luck with it only praying for you and your success